2003 Kia Opirus vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Kia Opirus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Opirus | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Opirus | A6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2842 mm |